Artificial Grass in Tennessee

Selecting Grass

• While a homeowner with a natural lawn must be content with the types of grass that grow in the natural climate of his home state, synthetic lawns do require any specific environmental attributes, such as moisture content or sunlight, which gives the owner of an artificial lawn great freedom to choose which type of grass to install. Helping with this choice are local contractors, such as Southwest Greens Nashville and Forever Lawn of Tennessee, both of which have a good selection of artificial grasses for both lawn use and for putting greens and playing fields. These companies also offer professional installation of the material. For those out-of-range of contractors, several national companies manufacture and ship artificial grass nationwide. Companies like SynLawn and Discount Turf feature a wide variety of artificial lawns.

Installing a Lawn

• Although several artificial grass manufacturers create proprietary methods to install their artificial grass, some procedures are standard during most installations, and no special changes need to be applied for installation in Tennessee's natural environment. Clear and grade down the planned coverage area until it is flat and smoothed. Apply a 3-inch layer of fine crushed gravel to provide adequate drainage for the artificial lawn during heavy rains. Tamp this layer down with a plate tamper until the layer is compacted and smooth on the top; lay the carpet of artificial grass down, and shape the edges to fit the shape and size of your lawn.

Maximizing Longevity

• Synthetic lawns can last for years provided the right maintenance is performed. Tennessee lawns experience a cross section of weather patterns and can be hit with heavy rains or heavy snows. Examine the synthetic lawn occasionally after heavy precipitation to ensure proper drainage is keeping stagnant puddles or dips from forming. These puddles can be a nest for mildew or mold. Additionally, rake or hose down the lawn occasionally to keep it free from leaves, droppings and other organic material that can cause allergy attacks or lead to fungus.